Infant Lead Teacher — Nurturing Growth & Safe Learning

Foundation Operations - South Carolina LLC; Charleston (SC); On-site; USD 32,000 - 45,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive wages

Health benefits

401(k) matching

Discounted child care tuition

Paid time off

Holiday pay

Bonus opportunities

Career advancement opportunities

Job summary

Smart Cookies in Charleston, SC is hiring enthusiastic teachers to care for infants through preschool-aged children. You will create a safe, nurturing classroom, implement developmentally appropriate activities, and maintain clear communication with parents and staff.

Responsibilities include documenting milestones, ensuring health and safety, and collaborating with the team to support every child’s growth. Competitive wages and full-time benefits are provided.

Qualifications

• High school diploma, GED, or equivalent.
• Minimum age of 18.
• TB test and physical before start date.
• Prior teaching or child care experience preferred.
• South Carolina Early Childhood credential (ECD 101) preferred.
• Background checks required with FBI and SLED.

Responsibilities

• Maintain a safe, healthy, and nurturing classroom environment.
• Implement a developmentally appropriate curriculum promoting growth.
• Document attendance, food program compliance, milestones, and parent communication.
• Use positive guidance techniques.
• Collaborate respectfully with team to support children and family.

Skills

Strong communication

Interaction with children

Compassion and patience

Team collaboration

Education

High school diploma / GED

Job description

Smart Cookies in Charleston, SC is hiring enthusiastic teachers to care for infants through preschool-aged children. You will create a safe, nurturing classroom, implement developmentally appropriate activities, and maintain clear communication with parents and staff.

Responsibilities include documenting milestones, ensuring health and safety, and collaborating with the team to support every child’s growth. Competitive wages and full-time benefits are provided.